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  1. Democracy in Florida: A Work in Progress

    We are excited to welcome back to the Matheson Dr. Steve Noll. His presentation “Democracy in Florida: A Work in Progress” is a companion program to the “Voices and Votes: Alachua County” exhibit and the Smithsonian traveling exhibit – “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America,’…

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  2. CMC Thursday Night Poetry Jam

    Gainesville’s longest-running open mic poetry reading–25 years and counting. All styles invited–from Beat to Baroque, formal to freestyle, spoken word to academic, and everything in between. All forms of word-based art welcome: poetry of every possible sort, short prose, miniature theatrical pieces, word-centered performance art,…

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  3. Lights on Afterschool

    The Boys and Girls Club and Children’s Trust of Alachua County will host, “Lights on After-School.” The purpose of the event is to showcase the importance of after-school programs. Also to highlight the activities and programs offered to children and teens. During the event, there…

  4. NOSTALGIA Opening Reception at Gainesville Fine Arts Association

    Join the Gainesville Fine Arts Association in celebrating our next local art exhibition: NOSTALGIA. Opening reception during Artwalk: FRIDAY October 25, 7-10 pm. On display from October 23 – November 23, 2024. Free and open to the public. 1314 S Main Street, Gainesville, FL Funded…

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  5. Monthly Stitch n Bxtch

    Join us at the Repurpose Project’s Community Center for the monthly Stitch ‘n Bxtch! Work on a sewing project or another craft! Sewing machines will be provided; please feel free to bring your own materials or work-in-progress projects, or shop the store for materials like…

  6. Cora Roberson: Gainesville’s Own Hidden Figure

    Cora Roberson, the first woman to run for elected office in the City of Gainesville, cracked the glass ceiling that was soon shattered by women being elected to office. Mrs. Roberson was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Florida Memorial College (BA Science), Tuskegee Institute…

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  7. Carillon Recital

    The Saturday Evening   Concert Series offers listeners the chance to hear the UF Carillon performed in a 50-minute recital. Programs are distributed at the south base of the tower and listeners are encouraged to find a location at least 100 feet from the tower for…

  8. Jazz on the Green Series

    4949 Celebration Pointe Ave., Gainesville, FL 32608 The Second Saturday of Every Month – 7 PM to 9 PM If you enjoy Jazz you will love this series!  Bring your lawn chair, enjoy the open air show in the cool of the evening! 5/13  Gruv…